Managing Fire Hazards on Site
Building environments, especially those in a transitional phase, introduce specific fire hazards due to shifting layouts, mobile equipment, and scattered workforces. A reliable alerting system is crucial for notifying workers without delay. The Howler range, including the radio-based GOLink system, HO units, and site alert models, provides a scalable safety solution to match various site demands.
What Exactly Are HO Alarms?
HO alarms are independent, battery-operated units used where hard-wired installations are not viable. Ideal for portable cabins or outbuildings, they function autonomously.
- High sound output: Around 102 dB at a metre’s distance.
- Optional strobe: Some models include integrated lights for visibility.
- IP-rated: Many are suited for external mounting or partially exposed areas.
These alarms provide additional coverage where the core alert network may not reach.
The Site-Wide Alert Range
Suitable for compact projects, the Site Alert system operates individually or in linked setups of up to 20 units using a simple two-core cable. When triggered, all devices in the network respond simultaneously.
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- Approx. 100 dB sound level at 1 metre
- Built-in visual LED for loud or noisy settings
- Ideal where cabling is straightforward
Going Wireless: Site Alert RF
Where cable routes aren't possible, Site Alert RF links up to 30 units over wireless. It has an open-area range of around 1 km and supports multiple channels for interference avoidance.
Combining wireless and cabled systems is frequently the best strategy for sites with varying structures.
Integrating the GOLink System
The GOLink system serves as a coordinating hub for large, multi-zone installations, using wireless signals to connect multiple devices.
GOLink Interface Connections
Through the Interface Unit, it’s possible to tie into turnstiles, autodiallers, CCTV, and other site safety components. Up to 127 points can interact across a site-wide network.
First Aid Callouts
Certain models (e.g. H05 GOLink) include a first aid button alongside the fire alert. The first aid signal quietly notifies the control team, allowing medical needs to here be flagged without general evacuation.
Deployment Guidelines
- Zone assessment: Identify where alarms need to be heard or seen, dividing the site into manageable sectors.
- Choose connection types wisely: Use hard-wired alarms where feasible, supplementing with RF in distant or temporary areas.
- Set a maintenance routine: Schedule weekly testing and monitor battery levels.
- Training & signage: Ensure instructions are posted and team members know how to respond to alerts.
FAQs
- How many devices can be wired together?
- Up to 20 Site Alert units can be connected using 2-core cable.
- What’s the wireless range of Site Alert RF?
- Approx. 1 km in open-air conditions, though physical obstructions can reduce range.
- HO panel required?
- No, HO models are standalone and do not require central control.
- Is third-party integration supported?
- Yes, external systems can be connected via the GOLink Interface Unit.
- Why use an alarmed switch cover?
- It reduces false alarms by sounding a warning if tampered with before activation.
- Hybrid setup compatibility?
- Yes, the GOLink system allows wired and wireless units to operate on the same network.
- Will first aid alerts trigger full alarms?
- No. It sends a targeted alert to designated receivers without activating evacuation systems—unless configured otherwise.
Wrap-up
Whether your project involves one zone or several, Howler alarms—HO, GOLink, and Site Alert—offer solutions that adjust to varying conditions. For product information, planning tools or live demos, visit the Howler section on FireSense.